GWINNETT, GA—Gwinnett Technical College is thrilled to announce Lauren Dodson’s addition as the new Vice President of Economic Development. With a robust technology and life sciences background, Dodson is set to lead the college’s economic development, customized training, Quick Start, and continuing education services, emphasizing the community’s workforce needs.
Lauren Dodson brings over 15 years of experience in the sciences and education sector. Her previous roles include project manager at Partnership Gwinnett, where she specialized in technology and life sciences, and positions at Georgia EMC and the Technology Association of Georgia. Dodson also has a rich history as a science teacher in Gwinnett County public schools.
Dr. D. Glen Cannon, president of Gwinnett Technical College, said, “We are excited to welcome Lauren to Gwinnett Tech as the Vice President of Economic Development. Her impressive contributions to Gwinnett County and the technology sector make her a perfect fit for our mission to support our community in Gwinnett and North Fulton counties.”
Dodson holds an Ed.S in Education from Piedmont University and a Master’s in Science Education from Georgia State University. She resides in Tucker, Georgia, with her family.
For more information about Gwinnett Tech’s Leadership Team, please visit GwinnettTech.edu.
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About Gwinnett Tech: Gwinnett Technical College, one of Georgia’s largest technical colleges, is committed to delivering relevant knowledge to meet the workforce training needs of its community. The college offers over 140 associate degrees, diplomas, certificate programs, and hundreds of seminars, workshops, and courses providing specialized training. Gwinnett Tech is Gwinnett County’s largest corporate training provider and serves residents and businesses in north Fulton County. Gwinnett Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the associate degree. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call for questions about the accreditation of Gwinnett Technical College. In addition, some college programs hold separate licensure or accreditation status with appropriate agencies. For more information, visit GwinnettTech.edu. A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia.